Modular Framing Assembly for Stable Stackable Construction Floors
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional toy construction sets lack stability, the ability to construct large structures vertically and horizontally, and do not allow for the creation of stand-alone floor units, making construction cumbersome and inefficient.
Innovation Solution
A framing system comprising interlocking and interchangeable components, including central units, tie beam corner units, and curved beam units, which can form stable, stand-alone floors that can be stacked to create various three-dimensional structures, with features like cross pins and internal corner brackets for secure connections and additional support.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If conventional toy construction sets are used, then construction is simple, but stability and ability to construct large structures is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The construction set is divided into modular components including central units, tie beam corner units, curved beam units, cross pins, and internal corner brackets. Each module serves specific structural functions and can be independently assembled to create stable configurations for large-scale constructions.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple support elements (cross pins and internal corner brackets) are combined within a single corner unit structure to provide both connection and reinforcement functions simultaneously, enhancing stability without proportionally increasing complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If conventional construction methods are used, then fewer components are needed, but the ability to construct vertically and horizontally is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The corner units are designed to serve multiple functions: forming corners, providing vertical support, enabling horizontal connections, and accepting cladding attachments. The standardized connection interfaces allow the same components to be used in various orientations and configurations for both vertical and horizontal construction.
Solution Approach 2:
The construction system transitions from two-dimensional平面 assembly to three-dimensional spatial construction by incorporating vertical central units and height-adjustable corner units with multiple connection levels, enabling buildings to be constructed floor-by-floor.
3Ease of operation
If conventional toy construction sets are used, then the set is simple, but the capability to create stand-alone floor units is lacking
Solution Approach 1:
The construction set is divided into modular components including central units, tie beam corner units, curved beam units, cross pins, and internal corner brackets. Each module serves specific structural functions and can be independently assembled to create stable configurations for large-scale constructions.
4Reliability
If conventional construction sets are used, then coupling arrangements are basic, but secure coupling for large structures is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple support elements (cross pins and internal corner brackets) are combined within a single corner unit structure to provide both connection and reinforcement functions simultaneously, enhancing stability without proportionally increasing complexity.
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AI summary
A framing system for a construction set comprising a number of interchangeable elements which can be arranged to construct a variety of three-dimensional structures, as well as individual, stand-alone floors, which in turn are adapted to be stacked on one another. In some embodiments, the system comprises at least one central unit, a plurality of outer mid-columns, at least one tie beam corner unit, and/or at least one curved beam unit which cooperate to form a variety of stand-alone floors. The system comprises additional components which increase the stability of the construction set, including but not limited to internal corner brackets, cross pins, cross studs, square panels, and rectangular panels.